In March 2025, the average salary of doctors was 5115 euros. The salary of nurses and midwives was 2688 euros. The salary of caregivers was 1701 euros. Doctors' salaries increased by 12 percent compared to the previous year.
The hourly wage of doctors was 31.01 euros. The hourly wage of nurses and midwives was 15.66 euros. The hourly wage of caregivers was 9.79 euros. The hourly wage of doctors increased by 8 percent, nurses by 5 percent, and caregivers by 3 percent.
The base hourly wage of doctors accounted for 82% of their total salary. For nurses and midwives, it was 86%. For caregivers, the base hourly wage was 81% of their total salary. The base hourly wage increased by 7% for doctors and by 8% for nurses and caregivers.
The average salary in Estonia was 1649 euros. It increased by 6 percent. Doctors' salaries grew faster than the average. Doctors' salaries were 3 times higher than the average. Nurses' salaries were 2 times higher than the average.
The share of additional bonuses in doctors' salaries increased. It is now 24%. A few years ago, it was 20%. This is related to the increased workload.
In 2025, the minimum wage for doctors was 19.67 euros per hour. Specialists received 21.40 euros. The minimum wage for nurses was 12 euros, for specialized nurses 12.45 euros. The minimum wage for caregivers was 7.60 euros. Minimum wages increased by 10%.
Most healthcare workers earn more than the minimum wage. However, some earn less. Approximately 10% of doctors earn less than the minimum wage.